1978 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 410 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Because 1978 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 505. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Campagnola | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 505 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
